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Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Points Required for London to Shanghai Flights
Planning to fly from London to Shanghai using Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points? This comprehensive guide shows you exactly how many Virgin points you need for all cabin classes. Whether you're looking to book Economy, Premium Economy, or Upper Class, we've got the complete breakdown of off-peak and peak points pricing to help you plan your award travel.
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Economy
Premium Economy
Upper Class
Complete Virgin Points Pricing Table for London to Shanghai
Current 2025 Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points requirements - One-way prices to Shanghai (PVG)
Note: Virgin uses dynamic pricing - these are the lowest observed rates. Actual prices may be higher depending on availability and demand.
| Cabin Class | Off-Peak Points | Peak Points |
|---|---|---|
|
Economy
Economy Delight/Light
|
25,000 | 45,000 |
|
Premium Economy
Premium
|
45,000 | 65,000 |
|
Upper Class
Business Class
|
115,000 | 135,000 |
Note: Prices shown are one-way. Double these amounts for return flights. Taxes and carrier charges apply in addition to points.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Flying to Shanghai with Virgin Points
How many Virgin points do I need for a return flight to Shanghai?
For Economy class, you'll need 50,000 points off-peak or 90,000 points peak, plus taxes and carrier charges. For Upper Class, you'll need 230,000 points off-peak or 270,000 points peak.
Can I earn Virgin points on this route to Shanghai?
Yes! You can earn Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points when you fly London to Shanghai on Virgin Atlantic or partner airlines like Delta. The number of points earned depends on your ticket type and Flying Club tier status.
When is the best time to book award flights to Shanghai?
Book exactly 355 days in advance when Virgin Atlantic releases new award inventory. For Shanghai, off-peak dates typically offer the best value and availability. Check multiple dates around your preferred travel period.
Are there any additional fees for booking online?
Virgin Atlantic doesn't charge booking fees for online redemptions, but you will need to pay taxes, fees, and carrier charges in addition to your points. These charges vary by route and cabin class.
Flying with British Airways?
Check out our British Airways Avios guides to see how many Avios points you need for flights to Shanghai and compare with Virgin points pricing.